Week of October 28th, 2012

Drawing will be held on Sunday, November 4th, 2012 and announced here.

How to win?

1) Follow this blog or subscribe via email. See upper right hand corner of blog to do so.2) Leave a comment under one or all posts this week for maximum chances. See HERE if you don't know how to leave a comment.

Scroll to the bottom of the comments to find wording that says "Post A Comment". Click on that and the comment form should come up. Or, at the bottom of the post, before the comments, you can click on the number of comments (69 comments) as shown in the picture below. That will also bring up the comment form.

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How much does it cost to advertise on your blog?

Advertising space is available and we are happy to discuss the rates with businesses that are wanting to be a part of Everyday Cricut. Because each company's needs/wants are different, the price is determined by the amount of space and extent of the advertising. For information on advertising and to inquire about rates, please email us at cricutchristmas@gmail.com and add the word Advertising in the subject line as well as your company name and we will be in touch with you shortly.

I want to sponsor a giveaway on your blog. How do I contact you?

If you or your company is interested in sponsoring a give away on Everyday Cricut, please send an email tocricutchristmas@gmail.com and add Sponsorship in the subject line. Please provide contact information so we can get back with you once the request is reviewed.

Why do you get the Cricut cartridges before they are released?

We have been working closely with Provo Craft for sometime and have an agreement that we will support the Hello Thursday release efforts by showcasing cuts and projects from the new Cartridges. Our readers find it very helpful to see completed projects before making decisions on cartridge purchases.

Do you work for Provo Craft?

We are not employed by Provo Craft.

How do I get free stuff to giveaway on my blog?

The old saying that nothing is free is very true. Our sponsors provide materials for us to showcase but it is a ton of work and a very large time commitment to continually provide new projects that highlight the specific collections. Also, not everything given away is given to us by a sponsor - we provide some giveaways ourselves.

I would love to get on the list of free products from various companies. How do I get on that list?

Well, in all honesty, there is no such list. Many companies will do test groups or focus groups. These companies pay attention to online communities and message boards as well. We do not know how these individuals are chosen.

How can I go to the CHA (Craft and Hobby Association) Convention?

There are two parts to CHA - the trade show for industry professionals and the Consumer Super Show that is open to the public. You can check out all the details by clicking HERE.

How do you pick which paper companies you want to show on the blog?

It's a very technical approach. We work with the best of the best! We want to show you products from the leaders in the paper crafting industry, as well as highlight some of the smaller companies that you may not have seen before. Quality, freshness, as well as the themes companies offer are also very important.

Can you put my blinkie on your blog?

Because Everyday Cricut is a sponsored blog, we reserve as much space as possible for our sponsors. We add blinkies of guest designers and contributors on occasion but for for the most part all the blinkies are for our sponsors or our personal blogs were you can get any more inspiration, tips, techniques, and most importantly exposure to some amazing product and companies!

Can I put your blinkie on my blog?

Yes you can! It's simple and we greatly appreciate the support.

How do I put your blinkie on my blog?

To add our blinkie to your blog--simply copy the html code provided on the right sidebar (under our blinkie) and paste it into your blog (blogger folks do this by adding a gadget). It's pretty simple and we greatly appreciate the support. It puts a smile on our face every time we see our blinkie living on one of your blogs!

How are your winners chosen?

To ensure that out giveaways are fair and everyone has the same opportunity to win, we use random number generator (random.org) to assist us in choosing the winners.

How are your guest designers chosen?

We are very fortunate to be part of such a talented group of paper crafters. In choosing our guest designers, our goal is to have individuals who offer unique perspectives and approaches to paper crafting. We also really love it when they happen to big Cricut fans.

Where do I find the winner's list?

The winners for each week are posted on Sunday for the previous week. Also, on the left hand side is a banner that says "Winners". Click on that to see the list of winners.

Where did you get your ATG adhesive guns from?

We have purchased our ATG guns and tape from various on line retailers. One of the most popular resources is framingsupplies.com.

Is Tammy not a part of the blog anymore?

Tammy is no longer working with us here at Everyday Cricut. She was presented with an wonderful opportunity to develop a project for the Gypsy so left to pursue that opportunity. We wish her the best of luck! She continues to share on her personal blog.

I love your site. You are so creative. i have a question. I saw this site at JTPC.info about Make the cut! What do you know about that? It said that you dont need to buy cartridges. That would save some money. Just looking for some advice. Thanks, Sarah

I would so love that Cricut Cake machine! I can think of so many ways to use it. Thank you for the daily cricut ideas. I save them and plan to use many of them. You are so creative! Thanks for sharing with us. eljay

I'm really hoping I win the Cricut Cake Machine! I can't really afford to buy it at this time, and it would help me so much! I love to make fabulous cakes for my daughter and her friends, as well as extra-special treats for her class at school! I'd also like to begin my own cake making business since I'm a single mom, and it would be a great way to earn money while at home with my daughter - and she could even help! Can't wait to try out this fabulous machine!!!

I saw your statement...great giveaway guys....well, I'm a guy, a grampa, and a crafer. I would love to wim you cricut cake machine and cartridge. Grampa's craft too, and what a great way to surprise the grandchildren,...and other family members too. Got my fingers crossed...here's hoping.

OH MY my husband is going to just die! You guys have taken my two most favorite things in the whole world and combined them!!! I really would love to win the cake machine Im a Stay At Home Mom and a Army wife tring to not go crazy at home while hes away! Gosh Om so excited!! Have a blessed weekend all!Michelle

I currently own a regular personal Cricut and an Expression. I love them both. It would be awesome to win the new Cricut Cake Machine ! I love the cartridges that have been designed to go with it too. They would be great for cakes and for paper on cards and in scrapbooks too. Every time I think I'm getting close to having all of the Cricut stuff I want or "need" more new things are introduced and I "have to have" them too. I love my Cricuts !

It would be awesome to win the Cricut Cake Machine ! I have a "baby bug" and an Expression and love them both. The Cake Machine is a great idea, and the cartridges designed for use with it are pretty impressive. They'd work great with paper for cards and scrapbook pages too.

I just came across your site what geat projects! I love the car card and so many of the Chirstmas projects. I teach preschool and would love to be able to decorate cakes and cupcakes for all our parties.

Can't wait till Wed. I'll be up at midnight to order my machine. I have to work the next day but won't be able to sleep. Doing an hourly count down now. Every one at work just laugh's at me.thanks for all your time and creations. Laura

My name is Debbie and I am addicted to Cricut! I have Cricut, Expression, Design Center, Gypsy and anything with the little Cricut on the box! I would love love to own the Cake Cricut becasue I can do anything with a Cricut and I could have so much fun with by Grandkids making cakes, cupcakes and fun stuff. I have learned so much from your website and love all the great tips I get on your videos. Keep it up...we love you!

OMG! I have to have the Cricut Cake, PLEASE!!!! I am a cake decorator and originally had intentions for my expression for using it to cut cake designs. Instead I got hooked on scrapbbooking and card making. Now I can't use it for cake decorating because it's not food safe. I can't justify buying another Cricut since mine is only a few months old. I really want the Cricut Cake. It will make a big difference in my life. :-)

Why should I win well I am just getting into the cake decorating business and this machine will give me the edge needed to help my business get off the ground. I love what can be done with this machine.

I'm a grandmother, who works with my granddaughter, (while Mom works)trying to teach her useful things to make life exciting. Crafting, sewing, baking, and all kinds of Girl Scout work (she is a Juliette, a scout working independly)..She has done school project on my cricut, and a cricut cake would be a great chance to learn more and make donations with her scout work. Love this site.

I would love to win this even tho i already have the expression (i LOVE it). The new cake carts are so cool. I probably have to decide on just one instead of all of them! Thanks for the opportunity! SM

Since I'm the designated office baker the Cricut Cake would give me so many more options as far as decorating. With a full time job and family this would be an AWESOME way for me to save on time, while still being able to produce wonderfully decorated cakes.

I just borrowed my friends Old West cartridge and loved it more then I thought I would. The letters are so much fun. I hope I win my own. Also thank you for the the sample pages you send they are inspiring

I just viewed your guest contribution on Hallmark Ladybugs and I love the card you made. I will be making that for sure. Of course I then went to your website and I love it. So many wonderful card samples. Thank you so much, Renee P

marimarr Been following your site for several weeks and love it. Thanks for getting me back to using my Cricut as it has been in the closet collecting dust! Had forgot how much fun it is! Would love to receive your give away!

Love, Love, Love this site. Have had my Cricut for a little over a year and have always been so intimidated by it, but this site has really helped with a lot of my questions...love the stuff you create! Would love to win anything from Everyday Cricut becuase you always have the best! I loved the Jillibean Soup card using the lemon paper. Have tried to find it, but can't can you tell me where I can get it? Also, any tutorials on card and envelope making. I can do the cards OK, but when it comes to making the envelope, the cards never fit....I must be missing something! Thanks for always being so on top of your game....fantastic site!

I can't say enough about this great card. I love pink and green! I love Heidi's papers! I love the cartridge you used with the card. I don't have one but maybe someday I will. Thanks again for the great card design!

Good Morning,I am a teacher and have a self-contain classroom. Our students love making simple cards. We would like to make kits and sell during lunch time to fund our cooking and crafts. I truly hope I win as it takes alot of time to kit cards up for 8 students on a 6 by 12. Also with us selling card kits at lunch, it will take a dedication of time to finish. Please share any ideas for simple card that would be fun and that would bring great joy to our students to say, "I made this"Thanks for such a cool site tooV. BlandNevada

I can't believe I just now gfound this site! I am so excited, I will have to pass it on to my husband who spoils me and buys my cricut stuff before I ask for it. Im going to check out the whole site now. If I win the expression I will bring it to work, so the ladies who hands don't work anymore and continue to create. I work at a nursing home. Thanks for this opportunity!

I'm really into your web-site I have learned so much and added so many skills to my stamping.

It's great to learn the many different ways of using my cricut. I'm still using my old Personal Electronic circut and would love to win and upgrade to being able to cut 12X12 paper instead of 6X12. Keep up the great work! Mary Marimarr@charter.net

Hello, I'm am brand spanking new at this blogging and scrapping and such. I have had a cricket for a year and never used it. I used it a couple of weeks ago and I'm sooooo hooked on it. I like both your video and project section and the detail in which you have published them. Very informative. I'm just so excited to find sites like yours. Thanks so much. Fran

I do visit every day and love this site. Love,love your cards. They get my creative side going and make me want to do more. I would also love to have an Expression machine. Wow what we could do with that. But just keep the stuff coming as we love it.

Wow! I am new to Cricut and wouldn't be able to do anything without your sites! Thank you so much for the inspiration!! I can't wait to get started!!!! I do have a question. I already have a few cartridges and am having trouble finding all that's available on them. What's the best way to organize what's on the cartridges? I have a new (first, can you tell?!) granddaughter and am anxious to spoil her rotten with scrapbooks, cards, and hopefully, eventually, cakes! How do I keep my sanity with so many choices on each cartridge?! Thanks so much for your guidance!!!!

I just discovered your blog and I can't wait to see all the things you do with the Cricut. I bought the Cricut Expressions a couple of months ago and have been happy with it. However, I'd love to get more ideas using some of my cartridges. Thanks.

I just ordered the Cricut Create however I wanted to make cards and now that I look at the info more I am wondering if it will allow me to make cards since the paper size it uses is smaller? Anyone have one and using it to make cards?

I am a Preschool Teacher and we are nearing the end of the school year. I have used my Cricut for lots of theme projects! I have done the Alphabet across one wall in my Room thanks to my Cricut! Thank you for all of the inspiration, your site is Awesome!

I am completely new to cricut.I just found this site - thanks - I cannot wait to get learning how to use my cricut expression. I had sizzix with lots of dies, that I just sent with my missionary friend to South Africa. It will be perfect for her there as she doesn't always have access to electric and so on. She was thrilled. It was my 30th wedding anniversary when I did this, and I found a great deal on the expression and my hubby said, "Happy Anniversary." So, of course I ordered it right away. It arrived today - so I am looking for great resources and found your site. I'll need to find good deals on cartridges , software and how to's and more! Suggestions for a cricut beginner?

Love this site!! I've done a lot of scrapbooking and now have the Cricut expressions. Have a lot to learn. Wish there were classes for the expression!!!! It's great getting ideas from this site, keep them coming!! So much Fun!!!!!Thanks, LindaH

The It's OWL right card is charming! I just found out about this vlog and i will be telling all my friends tomorrow when we get together for play group. Thanks for you hard work and great ideas. Aleece

I have just discovered your videos on youtube and find them very helpful. I really have no idea what a blog is or how it works so you will have to forgive me. All of this technology is confusing (definitely not English!):) You do an amazing job of detailed explanation and I would like to thank you for the tips on where to find the products you are using!

Thank you Everyday Cricut. I now receive your emails and have gotten some great ideas. I am new to the cricut world, as I only received me. I have only the two cartridges that came with the machine and one other, Paper Pups, but am excited about all the opportunities.

Also your ideas on the website are inspirational and remind me to be creative.

I would also love to submit for the free cartridge - Just for cards. I would love to increase my cartridges to four and expand my horizons.

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We are a couple of Cricut lovers and bloggers who are excited to share our interest in the Cricut with others. We decided to do a blog devoted to Provo Craft's Cricut because people are always looking for great everyday Cricut ideas! We hope that by showing you some different things the cartridges can do, as well as some cuts you may have overlooked, that you are then able to be inspired to create some beautiful things.